Category: Curiosities
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Witches of the Past, Present, and Halloween
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Today seen as a symbol of evil and represented by frightening images, these women were once considered guardians of life and death, playing an essential role in European peasant communities during the Middle Ages. Witch. What image comes to your mind when you read that word? It is not uncommon to imagine the witch as…
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Christopher Columbus Day or Indigenous Peoples’ Day?
For centuries, the U.S. celebrated Christopher Columbus as the intrepid explorer who discovered the Americas – a symbol of American ideals of entrepreneurship and innovation. Columbus was unofficially celebrated in the United States since the late 18th century. In 1892, President Benjamin Harrison issued a proclamation commemorating the 400th anniversary of his landing. Waves of…
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Today is Coffee Day, That for Many is an Unbreakable Companion
The United States and Canada celebrate National Coffee Day on September 29. But International Coffee Day takes place just two days later, on October 1. So, taking advantage of the fact that this world-famous product is an indispensable companion for many, let’s celebrate it all weekend long.Where it all began 1400 – The growth and…
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Copacabana Palace: Iconic Hotel in Brazil Celebrates Its Centenary
The Copacabana Palace, by the iconic beach of Rio, celebrates 100 years of luxury, history, and visits from world celebrities.
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Most Couples Divorce for This Reason. Find Out What It Is?
Almost 690,000 couples divorced in 2021. This is about half the number of couples who married in the same year. The majority of couples file for what is called “no-fault divorce,” which means you can dissolve your marriage without having to show that either party committed any “wrongdoing.” This does not mean that the union…
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The Name of This City Is the Most Difficult to Pronounce. Guess Which One
WordTips reveals the most mispronounced city names, with Rio de Janeiro topping the list.
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Born 150 Years Ago, Aviation Pioneer Santos Dumont Made History
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Passengers traveling on the air bridge from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro land at Santos Dumont Airport in the city, which opened its doors for the first time in 1936. In the spacious arrivals hall, with vast glass windows overlooking the runways and the stunning Guanabara Bay in the background, travelers cannot help but…
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Congratulations on the Divorce, You’re Single Again!
Yes, you flew to Las Vegas for your best friend’s bachelorette party just five years ago. And now you’ve received a new invitation from her for a party themed “Single and Ready” because, well… she’s getting divorced. According to a report from The Wall Street Journal, divorce parties are in vogue now. More than ever,…
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Juneteenth: Monday Is a Holiday in the USA
On June 19, the United States celebrates the end of slavery, a painful chapter in the country’s history whose legacy continues to resonate. “Juneteenth” – a combination of the words “June” and “nineteenth” – has been celebrated for decades by Black communities as “Emancipation Day,” but the recent broader recognition of racial injustices and the…
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LGBT Pride Month
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LGBT Pride Month is a month, typically June, dedicated to celebrating and commemorating lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) pride, observed in the Western world. Pride Month began after the Stonewall riots, a series of protests for gay liberation in 1969, and has since spread beyond the U.S. Modern Pride Month both honors the LGBT…